Mysterious Itihwa Mound: Buddha's Meditation Site, British Cannon Roars
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News18•20-01-2026, 13:41
Mysterious Itihwa Mound: Buddha's Meditation Site, British Cannon Roars
- •The Itihwa Mound in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on the banks of the Gomti River, is a centuries-old heritage site believed to be the former district headquarters and a royal fort.
- •Archaeological findings, including pottery, suggest its founding by Kush, son of King Ramchandra, with the ancient city identified as Kushpur.
- •It is believed that Buddha meditated and gave sermons here, and during the medieval period, the Bhars ruled until Alauddin Khilji captured their fort.
- •An 80-foot-high mound features an ancient cave, historically home to Yogi Veer Baba, with a temple once located above it.
- •The British used the mound as a training center for soldiers, with local legends claiming a Shivling still bears bullet marks from their practice.
Why It Matters: The Itihwa Mound in Sultanpur is a rich historical site, from ancient meditation to British military use.
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